Season: May through July.
Coonstripe shrimp (Pandalus hypsinotus) are Pacific coast crustaceans, distinguished by their striking dark and light striped pattern. Inhabiting coastal waters from Alaska to California, they forage on small organisms and plankton.
Prized for their sweet, tender meat, they're caught using trawl nets or traps. Coonstripe shrimp are renowned for their versatility in cooking methods, from boiling to grilling, and are favored in various dishes such as soups and seafood entrees. Nutrient-rich and low in calories, they provide protein, omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and iodine.
